Loved our delicious dining experience here. We were sad to learn that it was simply CLOSING after 36 yrs in business just afterward. Bummer!
JandE
I have been dining at Cafe Baci for 30 years and never had an unsatisfactory experience. Tonight was perfect as usual. I brought friends that never dined at Baci before and they were super pleased. My only regret is that my favorite restaurant is closing. ?
LanaO
One of my favorite places to eat whether for lunch or dinner. I really hate to see them closing permanently. Best wishes to the family in their retirement and also to all the workers and servers.❤️
SarasotaNotFastFoodie357
Cafe Baci's food is always superb. We will miss dining there in the future as the owners are retiring next month. If you are lucky enough to get a reservation by Mother's Day 2022, you will not be disappointed!
AliceD
Our waitstaff person wonderful, she's from Guatemala but we didn't get hr name. We were celebrating a birthday and wanted to go for one of the last times before it closes. Such a loss the closing will be for Sarasota. The best Italian food in all of Sarasota.
DavidA
With Cafe closing perhaps this experience wasn't up to the typical service we've had in the past- sad to say our last dining experience wasn't the usual Cafe standards-
PamM
It was nice to see how busy the restaurant was- it seems everyone wants to enjoy a Cafe Baci meal and reminisce about all the good meals they have enjoyed there in the past. We had a wonderful final meal there, my husband loved his grouper francaise and tiramisu dessert, while I enjoyed the lasagne and a (too!) large slice of chocolate cake. We will miss this restaurant, but want to commend the owners and staff for a job well done, and for bringing good food and good times to so many, and for so many years. We wish you all the best in retirement!
Cafe Baci never disappoints. The staff is always lovely and entertaining. The food surpasses expectations and is the best Italian in Sarasota. My husband always gets the chicken parmesan and swears it is the best he has ever had. I like to mix things up and try new things. Which leads to the specials! These little creations are sweet surprises that should not be overlooked. You should be sure to save room for dessert but if not, end your meal with a delicious espresso, cognac, or limoncello.
RichUnger
The Sea Bass was outstanding, the veggies superb, the service impeccable. The Dishes were Award Winning. The Wait Staff was Outstanding. The Decor, The Table Settings, everything was perfect.
Rocky
We have been coming here for thirty years. After we would deplane in Tampa and drive to Sarasota, Cafe Baci was our first stop before driving to our home on Palmer Ranch. We have dined here often because the food was so good. We were just there to celebrate my cousin's first time in Sarasota. I enjoyed a special dish of the day, Sea Bass as did my cousin's husband. My wife had a favorite of hers, a Veal Abundancia. And my cousin also had a special jumbo shrimp dish served over pasta. The meal was wonderful. Tod, our server, was gracious and efficient. The only downside was learning Cafe Baci was closing. There are so few great family restaurants here, and now we are losing one of the best. Arrivederci e grazie per i ricordi meravigliosi e i pasti fantastici. Ti auguro buona fortuna.
Went to celebrate our anniversary. Food and service were great. Brought home leftovers. Everything tasted fresh and made in house. Not inexpensive, but definitely great for a special occasion. Will go back.
JSuger
Meals were hit or miss. Party of 8. Seabass with shrimp was good, Ceasars salad was boring, lamb was seriously under cooked, and lasana was good. Service was so so. Overall is wasn't bad, but not good enough for us to rush back.
Anthony C.
Incredible food. Our server was amazing. One of my favorites of all time. Highly recommend.
LimarisB
We've been coming to Sarasota for 15+ yrs and dined at Cafe Baci last night for the first time. Ana our server was spectacular, excellent service and the food was amazing. Will definitely be back and will bring the rest of the family.
JimR
Extremely slow service, party of 4, nobody was overly excited about meal they ordered, wasn't terrible but have had a lot better Italian food at other restaurants. I would rate this as average at best. I'm from out of town so I won't be re-visiting this location, however if I did return to the area I would pass on this restaurant.
Loved our delicious dining experience here. We were sad to learn that it was simply CLOSING after 36 yrs in business just afterward. Bummer!
I have been dining at Cafe Baci for 30 years and never had an unsatisfactory experience. Tonight was perfect as usual. I brought friends that never dined at Baci before and they were super pleased. My only regret is that my favorite restaurant is closing. ?
One of my favorite places to eat whether for lunch or dinner. I really hate to see them closing permanently. Best wishes to the family in their retirement and also to all the workers and servers.❤️
Cafe Baci's food is always superb. We will miss dining there in the future as the owners are retiring next month. If you are lucky enough to get a reservation by Mother's Day 2022, you will not be disappointed!
Our waitstaff person wonderful, she's from Guatemala but we didn't get hr name. We were celebrating a birthday and wanted to go for one of the last times before it closes. Such a loss the closing will be for Sarasota. The best Italian food in all of Sarasota.
With Cafe closing perhaps this experience wasn't up to the typical service we've had in the past- sad to say our last dining experience wasn't the usual Cafe standards-
It was nice to see how busy the restaurant was- it seems everyone wants to enjoy a Cafe Baci meal and reminisce about all the good meals they have enjoyed there in the past. We had a wonderful final meal there, my husband loved his grouper francaise and tiramisu dessert, while I enjoyed the lasagne and a (too!) large slice of chocolate cake. We will miss this restaurant, but want to commend the owners and staff for a job well done, and for bringing good food and good times to so many, and for so many years. We wish you all the best in retirement!
Cafe Baci never disappoints. The staff is always lovely and entertaining. The food surpasses expectations and is the best Italian in Sarasota. My husband always gets the chicken parmesan and swears it is the best he has ever had. I like to mix things up and try new things. Which leads to the specials! These little creations are sweet surprises that should not be overlooked. You should be sure to save room for dessert but if not, end your meal with a delicious espresso, cognac, or limoncello.
The Sea Bass was outstanding, the veggies superb, the service impeccable. The Dishes were Award Winning. The Wait Staff was Outstanding. The Decor, The Table Settings, everything was perfect.
We have been coming here for thirty years. After we would deplane in Tampa and drive to Sarasota, Cafe Baci was our first stop before driving to our home on Palmer Ranch. We have dined here often because the food was so good. We were just there to celebrate my cousin's first time in Sarasota. I enjoyed a special dish of the day, Sea Bass as did my cousin's husband. My wife had a favorite of hers, a Veal Abundancia. And my cousin also had a special jumbo shrimp dish served over pasta. The meal was wonderful. Tod, our server, was gracious and efficient. The only downside was learning Cafe Baci was closing. There are so few great family restaurants here, and now we are losing one of the best. Arrivederci e grazie per i ricordi meravigliosi e i pasti fantastici. Ti auguro buona fortuna.
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Went to celebrate our anniversary. Food and service were great. Brought home leftovers. Everything tasted fresh and made in house. Not inexpensive, but definitely great for a special occasion. Will go back.
Meals were hit or miss. Party of 8. Seabass with shrimp was good, Ceasars salad was boring, lamb was seriously under cooked, and lasana was good. Service was so so. Overall is wasn't bad, but not good enough for us to rush back.
Incredible food. Our server was amazing. One of my favorites of all time. Highly recommend.
We've been coming to Sarasota for 15+ yrs and dined at Cafe Baci last night for the first time. Ana our server was spectacular, excellent service and the food was amazing. Will definitely be back and will bring the rest of the family.
Extremely slow service, party of 4, nobody was overly excited about meal they ordered, wasn't terrible but have had a lot better Italian food at other restaurants. I would rate this as average at best. I'm from out of town so I won't be re-visiting this location, however if I did return to the area I would pass on this restaurant.